How do I nominate someone?
Two ways in which nominations may be made for CHHS awards:
- Nominations may come through each department head/school director. Each unit will determine its own method of identifying whom, if anyone, among the nominees will have their credentials forwarded to the College. Options a unit might use for arriving at its recommendations might include a vote by all faculty members, a vote by an executive or administrative committee, a vote by a promotion and tenure committee, a vote by an awards committee (which might include faculty, students, and/or staff members), an action by the department head/school director, or some combination of the above.
- In addition, the Dean’s Office will accept “at-large” nominations from any member of the College faculty or staff who wishes to nominate a student, colleague, or department head/school director for a College award.
Submit the following materials electronically using the CHHS College Awards application.
- A statement from the unit head/nominator describing the nominee’s qualifications for the award. The statement should be a maximum of two pages. In essence, the statement should answer the question “How has this person’s work been important to promoting the mission of Colorado State University in teaching, advising, scholarship, leadership, engagement, or service (depending on the award)?”
- A current copy of the nominee’s resume/curriculum vitae, and a personal statement of no more than 300 words from the nominee indicating their philosophy of and approach to teaching and learning, advising, scholarly activity, leadership, engagement, or service (based on the particular award).
- Up to two letters of support from students, alumni, professors/teachers, and/or colleagues (depending on the type of award) describing the nominee’s accomplishments, contributions, and how they meet the criteria of the award.
Learn about CHHS Alumni Awards and access the separate nomination form.
Award Criteria and Eligibility
Outstanding Teacher Award
The Outstanding Teacher Award honors an excellent teacher who exhibits superior and sustained performance in teaching that impacts student learning. On-campus and Extension faculty, with five or more years of experience in the College, with undergraduate, graduate, and/or off-campus teaching, are eligible for this award.
The criteria for selection for this award are evidence of the successful use of creative instructional approaches, innovative use of technology in the classroom, and/or creation of service-learning opportunities, a commitment to inclusive pedagogy, and positive student feedback regarding the quality and effectiveness of the faculty member’s teaching.
The nomination statement might include teaching evaluation data obtained from annual faculty reviews, evaluation by peers based on classroom visits, or citation of other teaching awards or external recognition. The nomination statement should include a summary of student course evaluations and any other materials relative to teaching. (Please do not include multiple pages of printed evaluations and student comments.)
Previous recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Outstanding Adviser Award
The Outstanding Adviser Award recognizes a faculty member or administrative professional staff member with five or more years’ experience in the College, who excels in undergraduate or graduate student advising and mentoring, demonstrates a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and excellent support based on the quality of student advising evaluations.
Advising is defined as the process of facilitating student academic and/or professional development. The advising award nomination statement and/or letters should contain student advising evaluation data, comments from current and former advisees regarding the adviser’s effectiveness, and any other materials relative to advising.
Previous recipients of the Outstanding Adviser Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Outstanding Engagement Award
The Outstanding Engagement Award is given to a faculty member, administrative professional member, or CHHS faculty/admin pro-based program team, with five or more years of experience in the College, who exemplifies the land-grant mission of developing and promoting partnerships, particularly in service to high-needs communities, and collaborations between campus and external partners for the benefit of the community, state, nation, and/or world.
The nomination statement and supporting letters should document the person’s (program team’s) contributions in advancing the human sciences through outreach efforts and/or partnerships. This might include impact evaluation data, testimony from program recipients, community partners, coworkers or alumni, and any other supportive evidence regarding the quality and impact of the engagement/outreach efforts.
In light of CHHS’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the nomination should also indicate how the scholarship is contributing to the amelioration of human inequities and social justice efforts.
Individuals and Teams are eligible for this award. A past individual award recipient may be eligible as part of a team nomination.
Previous recipients of the Outstanding Engagement Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Superior Faculty Service Award
The Superior Faculty Service Award is given to a faculty member, with five or more years of experience in the College, who has made significant service contributions to the College, University, professional, or other off-campus organizations.
The nomination statement and supporting letters should document the person’s contributions in advancing the work of his or her department, the College of Health and Human Sciences, Colorado State University, and/or the person’s profession. The nomination statement and supporting letters might include identification of awards received and/or testimony from colleagues or alumni in the service activities being recognized, or from those benefiting from the service provided.
In light of CHHS’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the nomination should also indicate how the service is contributing to the amelioration of human inequities and social justice efforts.
Previous recipients of the Superior Faculty Service Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Faculty Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
The Faculty Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award recognizes a faculty member, with five or more years of experience in the College, for outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion with an emphasis on ameliorating inequities by developing or applying social justice initiatives.
To be considered for this award the faculty member must show evidence of significant contributions to the promotion and enhancement of inclusion and equity in their unit and in the College of Health and Human Sciences such that the diversity of our community as it pertains to all cultures, experiences, expertise, identities, and viewpoints are credited, honored, and respected. The University Diversity Statement can be found on the CSU VP for Inclusive Excellence website.
The criteria for selection of this award are evidence of the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency development within CSU. Nominations statements should emphasize the faculty member’s, record of 1.) increasing awareness of diversity and promotion of programs that enhance community acknowledgement and support, thus creating a sense of belonging and well-being of diverse people, 2.) creating spaces of respect that allow dissolution of workplace issues identified to be problematic to diverse individuals, 3.) improving cultural competency through workplace training, educational initiatives, or other educational projects.
Previous recipients of the Faculty Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Superior Staff Service Award
The Superior Staff Service Award is given to a staff member, with five or more years of experience in the College, who demonstrates outstanding achievement in performing their responsibilities, including efforts to create a climate of support for all in the unit.
The nomination statement and supporting letters should document evidence of excellence in: productivity, efficiency, initiative, creativity, innovation, leadership, effective communication, service (College, University, or community), and/or mentoring ability. The nomination should include testimony from co-workers, supervisors, or students.
Previous recipients of the Superior Staff Service Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Staff Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
The Staff Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award recognizes a staff member, with five or more years of experience in the College, for outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion.
To be considered for this award the staff member must show evidence of significant contributions to the promotion and enhancement of inclusion and equity in their unit and in the College of Health and Human Sciences such that the diversity of our community as it pertains to all cultures, experiences, expertise, identities, and viewpoints are credited, honored, and respected. The University Diversity Statement can be found on the CSU VP for Inclusive Excellence website.
The criteria for selection of this award are evidence of the promotion of diversity, equity, inclusion, and cultural competency development within CSU. Nominations statements should emphasize the staff member’s record of sustained support for advancement of, raised awareness of, and service in diversity, equity, and inclusion. The nomination should include testimony from co-workers, supervisors, or students.
Previous recipients of the Staff Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Tenure-Track Faculty Teaching Excellence Award
The Tenure-Track Faculty Teaching Excellence Award recognizes a tenure-track faculty member (not yet tenured) for outstanding contributions in teaching during their period of appointment at Colorado State University. The intent of the award is to recognize a newer member of the faculty who demonstrates excellence in teaching.
The criteria for selection for this award are evidence of the successful use of creative instructional approaches, creating a culture of support for diversity, equity and inclusion, innovative use of technology in the classroom, and/or creation of service-learning opportunities, as well as positive student feedback regarding the effectiveness of the faculty member’s teaching.
The nomination statement might include teaching evaluation data obtained from annual faculty reviews, evaluation by peers based on classroom visits, or citation of other teaching awards or external recognition.
The nomination statement should include a summary of student course evaluations and any other materials relative to teaching. (Please do not include multiple pages of printed evaluations and student comments.) Individual should not be nominated in the year they are going up for tenure.
Previous recipients of the Tenure-Track Faculty Teaching Excellence Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Early Career Teaching Award
The Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Early Career Teaching Award recognizes a faculty member (NTT) for outstanding contributions in teaching since the appointment to Colorado State University. The intent of the award is to recognize a newer member of the faculty who demonstrates excellence in teaching.
The criteria for selection for this award are evidence of the successful use of creative instructional approaches, creating a culture of support for diversity, equity and inclusion, innovative use of technology in the classroom, and/or creation of service-learning opportunities, as well as positive student and peer-evaluation feedback regarding the effectiveness of the faculty member’s teaching.
The nomination statement might include teaching evaluation data obtained from annual faculty reviews, evaluation by peers based on classroom visits, or citation of other teaching awards or external recognition. The nomination statement should include a summary of student course evaluations and any other materials relative to teaching. (Please do not include multiple pages of printed evaluations and student comments.)
Previous recipients of the Non-Tenure-Track Faculty Early Career Teaching Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Non-Tenure-Track Faculty/AP Scholarly Excellence Award
The Non-Tenure-Track Faculty/AP Scholarly Excellence Award recognizes a non-tenure-track faculty member (or Administrative Professional with a research appointment) for outstanding contributions in activities such as original and theoretical research, creative works, model development, research synthesis, policy research, and other forms of scholarly endeavor during their period of appointment at Colorado State University.
To be considered for this award, the faculty member/AP must demonstrate scholarly impact via a publications in high quality scholarly journals, successful contract or grant activity, and/or demonstration of emerging recognition as a scholar at the national level through selection to present papers at significant conferences of relevant professional organizations. The nomination could include assessments of this impact from some knowledgeable person external to the unit.
For this award, the nomination statement and letters might include reviews of the person’s published materials, support from recognized scholars in the person’s field of expertise, Institute of Scientific Information indicators (impact factor, immediacy index, and cited half-life), indications of emerging national and international recognition of the nominee’s scholarly work, and any other supportive evidence regarding the quality of research contributions.
In light of CHHS’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the nomination should also indicate how the scholarship is contributing to the amelioration of human inequities and social justice efforts.
Previous recipients of the Non-Tenure-Track Faculty/AP Scholarly Excellence Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Tenure-Track Faculty Scholarly Excellence Award
The Tenure-Track Faculty Scholarly Excellence Award recognizes a tenure-track faculty member (not yet tenured) for outstanding contributions in activities such as original and theoretical research, creative works, model development, research synthesis, policy research, and other forms of scholarly endeavor during their period of appointment at Colorado State University.
To be considered for this award, the faculty member must demonstrate a record of publication in high quality scholarly journals, successful contract or grant activity, and/or demonstration of emerging recognition as a scholar at the national or international levels through selection to present papers at significant conferences of relevant professional organizations. The nomination could include assessments of this impact from some knowledgeable person external to the unit.
For this award, the nomination statement and letters might include reviews of the person’s published materials, support from recognized scholars in the person’s field of expertise, Institute of Scientific Information indicators (impact factor, immediacy index, and cited half-life), indications of emerging national and international recognition of the nominee’s scholarly work, and any other supportive evidence regarding the quality of research contributions.
In light of CHHS’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the nomination should also indicate how the scholarship is contributing to the amelioration of human inequities and social justice efforts. Individuals should not be nominated in the year they are going up for tenure.
Previous recipients of the Tenure-Track Faculty Scholarly Excellence Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Scholarly Excellence Award
The Scholarly Excellence Award is intended for Health and Human Sciences faculty with associate or full professor ranks and five or more years of experience in the College, whose scholarly work has positively impacted their discipline during that person’s career. Scholarship is interpreted broadly and includes activities such as original and theoretical research, creative works, model development, research synthesis, policy research, and other forms of scholarly endeavor.
To be considered for this award, the faculty member must demonstrate a substantial record of publication in high quality scholarly journals, successful contract or grant activity, and/or demonstration of recognition as a scholar at the national or international levels. The nomination could include assessments of this impact from some knowledgeable person external to the unit.
For this award, the nomination statement and letters might include reviews of the person’s published materials, support from recognized scholars in the person’s field of expertise, Institute of Scientific Information indicators (impact factor, immediacy index, and cited half-life), indications of national and international recognition of the nominee’s scholarly work, and any other supportive evidence regarding the quality of research contributions.
In light of CHHS’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, the nomination should also indicate how the scholarship is contributing to the amelioration of human inequities and social justice efforts.
Previous recipients of the Scholarly Excellence Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Outstanding Senior Award
The Outstanding Senior Award recognizes a CHHS graduating senior for outstanding performance including academic achievement, leadership, research, service, and/or creative endeavors. Student must be an undergraduate student graduating in the academic year the award is bestowed (must have intent to graduate in the current academic year – Fall, Spring or Summer term).
Nominees must have a grade point average of 3.2 or better and have completed at least three semesters in CHHS. Must have extensive involvement in leadership activities, student activities and/or organizations, community service activities, and serve as a positive role model for others.
Previous recipients of the Outstanding Senior Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Undergraduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
The Undergraduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award recognizes an Undergraduate Student for contributions towards enhancement of diverse and inclusive excellence in the undergraduate experience.
To be considered for this award the undergraduate student must show evidence of leading and supporting diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives such that the diversity of our community as it pertains to all cultures, experiences, expertise, identities, and viewpoints are credited, honored, and respected. The University Diversity Statement can be found on the CSU VP for Inclusive Excellence website
The criteria for selection of this award are evidence of enhancement of the CSU undergraduate experience by actively and positively promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and cross-cultural understanding. Nominations statements should emphasize the Undergraduate Student’s record of 1.) supporting positive interactions between persons of different cultural backgrounds, 2.) involvement in initiatives/programs that foster diversity, 3.) commitment to inclusion of underrepresented groups and 4.) service or participation in CSU diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The nomination should include testimony from program directors, professors, mentors, and/or club leaders.
Previous recipients of the Undergraduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Outstanding Graduate Student Award
The Outstanding Graduate Student Award recognizes a CHHS graduate student for outstanding performance in research, outreach/engagement, and/or creative endeavors. Student must be enrolled in a masters or doctoral program and have completed at least two semesters in CHHS and be in good standing in their program. Nominations must emphasize the student’s unique role in the particular research/creative work or program, how the work fits in with the student’s career goals and trajectory, and impact of the work.
Previous recipients of the Outstanding Graduate Student Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
Graduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award
The Graduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award recognizes a Graduate Student for contributions towards enhancement of diverse and inclusive excellence in the graduate experience.
To be considered for this award the graduate student must show evidence of leading and supporting diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives such that the diversity of our community as it pertains to all cultures, experiences, expertise, identities, and viewpoints are credited, honored, and respected. The University Diversity Statement can be found on the CSU VP for Inclusive Excellence website.
The criteria for selection of this award are evidence of enhancement of the CSU graduate experience by actively and positively promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and cross-cultural understanding. Nominations statements should emphasize the Graduate Student’s record of 1.) supporting positive interactions between persons of different cultural backgrounds, 2.) involvement in initiatives/programs that foster diversity, 3.) commitment to inclusion of underrepresented groups and 4.) service or participation in CSU diversity, equity, and inclusion programs. The nomination should include testimony from supervisors, adviser/mentor, and fellow students.
Previous recipients of the Graduate Student Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Award are not eligible to win this particular award again until at least five years after their first win and may receive the same award a maximum of three times. However, recipients of this award may be nominated for a different college award at any time.
CHHS Award Recommendations to Dean
The Faculty/Staff Awards Committee or the Research Committee (depending on the type of award) will review all nominations and present the Dean with recommendations. The final selection of each award winner is the responsibility of the Dean.
Recognition
CHHS faculty and staff recipients will receive a plaque and a monetary award in the amount of $750 at the CHHS All-College Awards and Reception in recognition of this accomplishment; CHHS student recipients will receive a trophy and a monetary award of $250. For group awards monies are split among the members and there is one trophy.
The recipient of the Outstanding Senior Award will be invited to be the student speaker at the Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony.
CHHS All- College Awards and Reception will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 in the Lory Student Center, Ballrooms C-D
If you have any questions, please call Jennifer Aberle at (970) 491-5089 or email jennifer.aberle@colostate.edu.